Description
A comprehensive guide to preparing a classic Thanksgiving feast with essential make-ahead tips to ensure a stress-free holiday.
Ingredients
- Turkey (12-14 lbs)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Butter (1 cup)
- Garlic (4 cloves)
- Onion (1 large)
- Carrots (2 medium)
- Celery (2 stalks)
- Chicken broth (4 cups)
- Stuffing mix (1 box)
- Green beans (1 lb)
- Cranberries (fresh, 12 oz)
- Pumpkin pie (1)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Brine the turkey a day before cooking.
- Prepare stuffing and refrigerate overnight.
- Chop vegetables and store in airtight containers.
- Make cranberry sauce and refrigerate.
- Roast the turkey on Thanksgiving morning.
- Heat the stuffing and vegetables before serving.
- Serve with pumpkin pie and whipped cream.
Notes
- Make sure to thaw the turkey in advance if frozen.
- Use fresh herbs for better flavor.
- Consider dietary restrictions of guests.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg